Washing Produce (Fruits and Vegetables)

Tips for washing fruits and vegetables. Post your ideas.

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Washing Produce

When purchasing fresh produce from the grocery stores, wash well before eating. The following items are the highest in pesticides: Apples, Bell Peppers, Celery, Cherries, Chile Peppers, Imported Grapes, Nectarines, Peaches, Pears, Raspberries, Strawberries and Tomatoes.

By Terri (06/29/2005)

By ThriftyFun

Washing Produce (Fruits and Vegetables)

Hi Terri,

Good reminder since this is the season for wonderful fruit. I also read to wash melons, as the pesticides will get on the knife when slicing. In the summer I shop at the Farmer's Market since they are all organic but still will rinse my produce.

Jennifer
Northern Virginia (06/29/2005)

By Jennifer Nelson